Anu James
Registered Nurse
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cap Nurse, Clinical Placement
Anne Maree Gardens
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Assessing the health status of residents, identifying health care needs, and developing individualized short-term and long-term care plans under the guidance of an RN
- Administer medication and monitor their effects and educate residents about the proper medication usage under the guidance of an RN
- Perform wound assessment, handle wound dressing, monitor healing progress, and prepare wound care plan under the supervision of an RN
- Perform behavioural assessment and identify behavioural changes in residents and inform the RN
- Handle situations such as unexpected medical emergencies, death, falls, aggressive residents, and discharge procedures under the guidance of an RN
- Perform admission and discharge procedures under the guidance of an RN
- Perform pain assessment, wound assessment, fall risk assessment, and post-fall assessment using assessment tools under the guidance of an RN
- Proper handling and usage of online documentation tools such as Medimap and Leecare for residents under the guidance of an RN
- Participate in GP rounds, NP rounds, Wound nurse specialist rounds, CD audits, Team meetings, and family meetings under the guidance of an RN
- Competent with te ao Maori, tikanga, and reo Maori as well as experience in initiatives that affect Te Tiriti principles and frameworks and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kauapa Maori approaches
Staff Nurse, General Surgery Operating Room
VPS Lakeshore Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards and setting out, organizing, and counting tools and equipment for each procedure
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements, and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging and updated surgical procedures to select the correct instruments for specific surgeries
- Planned for shift management by acting as a shift in charge allocating operations rooms based on surgical requirements by coordinating with surgeons and anesthetists
- Position and prepare the patient on the operating table, arrange the necessary equipment and prepare the operating room for surgery
- Completed required documentation to a high standard hard copy and electronic
- Promoted a culturally safe environment that enables patient safety, independence, quality of life, and health
- Maintained therapeutic relationships with patients and families to get quality outcomes
- Actions should be taken to improve the quality of care and practice to improve the standard of nursing practice
- Act as circulator nurse and scrub nurse to prepare the operating room and participate in surgeries and procedures
- Remain on call to take part in emergency surgeries and follow adequate infection control practices
- Uses nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills to provide evidence-based care, ensuring holistic assessment, comprehensive planning, skilled intervention, and robust evaluation
- Deliver high-quality nursing care in the operating theatre for Orthopedics and General surgeries
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes
- Maintain a safe and sterile environment in the operating theatre
- Assist in the preparation, management, and care of patients undergoing surgery
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients, including pre-operative assessments and postoperative monitoring
- Collaborate with surgeons and healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with facility policies
- Participate in continuous education and training to enhance nursing skills and knowledge in theatre nursing
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures
- Always maintains a professional attitude and ethics
- Ability to communicate with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, and family
- Knowledge and experience in surgical nursing and a good understanding of the peri-operative patient journey
- Delivers Care that recognizes patient's rights and is sensitive to ethical and cultural values
- Ability to provide patient care that meets individual needs with preservation of dignity and confidentiality
- Experienced in collaborative teamwork to facilitate and coordinate care, ensuring the best possible health outcomes for the patients
Staff Nurse, Orthopedic Operating Room
Manipal Hospitals
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted in various surgeries including Total Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, and General Surgery
- Maintained a sterile environment and ensured all surgical instruments were accounted for
- Collaborated with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary meetings by sharing expertise on operating room processes and patient care requirements.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
Education
NCNZ, Competence Assessment Program
Lonsdale Education Centre
Foxton Beach, New Zealand 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kerala University Of Health Science
Kerala, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Critical Thinking
- Collaborative Decision-Making
- Attentive Monitoring
- Critical Observation Proficiency
- Compassion
- Commitment to Accountability
- Strong Deadline Management
- Resilient Stress Handling
- Proficient Assessment Skills
- Attention to detail
- Independent Task Prioritization
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Optimistic Mindset
- Proactive Approach
- Goal-Oriented
- Strong Commitment
- Personal Evaluation Expertise
- Professional Reflection
Professional Summary
Highly motivated registered nurse with a strong educational background and extensive training seeking a position in an operating room. Dedicated to utilizing top-notch achievements and interpersonal skills to deliver quality healthcare to patients. Experienced in orthopedic surgeries and operation theatre procedures, with a proven track record of providing high-quality patient care. Collaborative team player, adept at working with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient care and surgical outcomes. Skilled in assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating safe and appropriate nursing care. Possessing a comprehensive understanding of pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative nursing protocols to optimize patient outcomes and support the success of surgical teams. Able to remain calm under pressure and effectively handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Committed to building strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude. Utilizing professional knowledge and skill to provide safe and effective client care.
work Related Skills
· Able to work as part of a team with other healthcare professionals in a pressurized setting.
· Proficient in computer use and quick to learn new web-based clinical applications.
· Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines whilst remaining fully in control.
· Ability to follow clear guidelines and set procedures and be able to work as part of a team
· Proven commitment to continued professional development and advancement
· Committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity within the workplace.
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
· Ability to work as a proactive team member in the flexibly rostered hour
· Ability to provide safe, appropriate, quality patient and family-centered nursing care
· Accuracy and precision in both technical and clerical aspects of the job
Surgeries Assisted
- Total Joint Replacement (Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Elbow)
- Arthroscopic Surgery (Knee, Shoulder, wrist, ankle)
- Arthroscopic ACL, PCL & MPFL Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic RC & Bankart Repair
- ORIF & CRIF
- Pelvic Acetabulum Surgery- ORIF
- Orthopedic oncology-surgery
- Paediatric Ortho-surgery
- Hand, Foot & Ankle surgery
- Wrist Endoscopic surgery
- Head & Neck surgery
- General surgery
- Plastic surgery
- Dental surgery
- Spine surgery
Registration Authorities
· APC NEWZEALAND- REG NO: 333281 VALID UP TO 30/SEPTEMBER/2025
· KNMC INDIA- REG NO: KL03201903180 VALID UP TO 31/JANUARY/2029
Certifications
- Code of Conduct & Professional
- Basic Life Support
- Foundation in Cultural Competency
- Basic first aid
Timeline
Cap Nurse, Clinical Placement
Anne Maree Gardens
09.2024 - 09.2024
Staff Nurse, General Surgery Operating Room
VPS Lakeshore Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
Staff Nurse, Orthopedic Operating Room
Manipal Hospitals
04.2019 - 10.2021
NCNZ, Competence Assessment Program
Lonsdale Education Centre
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kerala University Of Health Science
04.2001 -
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